Turbocharging the Internal Combustion Engine by N. Watson and M. S. Janota is a comprehensive guide to the principles and applications of turbocharging in internal combustion engines. The book covers the fundamentals of turbocharging, including supercharging, turbocharger design, and the performance characteristics of compressors and turbines. It discusses the different types of turbochargers, such as radial flow compressors and axial flow turbines, and their applications in both four-stroke and two-stroke engines. The text also explores various turbocharging systems, including constant pressure and pulse turbocharging, as well as the use of pulse converters in different engine types. The book addresses the challenges of matching turbochargers to engines for optimal performance, and covers topics such as charge cooling, exhaust emissions, and noise reduction. It also discusses high-output turbocharging, transient response, and the specific considerations for petrol engines. The authors emphasize the importance of understanding the basic theory behind turbocharging to make informed decisions in engine design and operation. The book is aimed at both students and practicing engineers, with an emphasis on practical applications and real-world examples. The authors acknowledge the contributions of various individuals, companies, and organizations that helped in the preparation of the book. They also thank the publishers for permission to reproduce figures from their texts. The book concludes with a chapter on modeling, which includes various analytical techniques and methods for simulating engine performance. Overall, the book provides a thorough understanding of turbocharging and its role in improving the efficiency and performance of internal combustion engines.Turbocharging the Internal Combustion Engine by N. Watson and M. S. Janota is a comprehensive guide to the principles and applications of turbocharging in internal combustion engines. The book covers the fundamentals of turbocharging, including supercharging, turbocharger design, and the performance characteristics of compressors and turbines. It discusses the different types of turbochargers, such as radial flow compressors and axial flow turbines, and their applications in both four-stroke and two-stroke engines. The text also explores various turbocharging systems, including constant pressure and pulse turbocharging, as well as the use of pulse converters in different engine types. The book addresses the challenges of matching turbochargers to engines for optimal performance, and covers topics such as charge cooling, exhaust emissions, and noise reduction. It also discusses high-output turbocharging, transient response, and the specific considerations for petrol engines. The authors emphasize the importance of understanding the basic theory behind turbocharging to make informed decisions in engine design and operation. The book is aimed at both students and practicing engineers, with an emphasis on practical applications and real-world examples. The authors acknowledge the contributions of various individuals, companies, and organizations that helped in the preparation of the book. They also thank the publishers for permission to reproduce figures from their texts. The book concludes with a chapter on modeling, which includes various analytical techniques and methods for simulating engine performance. Overall, the book provides a thorough understanding of turbocharging and its role in improving the efficiency and performance of internal combustion engines.